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The effect of Britain's recession on manufacturing

The state of Britain's manufacturing sector remains on the downward spiral after it was revealed that there had been a drop in output. Earlier this month, data was published by the Office for National Statistics showing that there had been a 0.7 per cent drop in manufacturing output between March and April 2012. This came as an unexpected disappointment with a previous report showing a 0.9 per cent increase in the output. The statistics confirms that Britain is still very much in a recession that could extend throughout the summer and beyond. While a 0.9 per cent decrease doesn't sound particularly significant, the statistic becomes all the more concerning when you consider that industrial production - of which two-thirds is made up of the manufacturing sector such as formwork and scaffolding suppliers - had been boosted by weather factors. As previously stated, the results come as a blow after business data from April had hinted that Britain's factories were in line for an increased run of production that would in turn help the country's economy. However, this predicted has failed to come to fruition and now Britain faces a further drop in the value of gross domestic product. It had been hoped that the manufacturing sector would provide the formwork for a move away from the recession as it had been in the 1980s and 1990s. However, in spite of a 25 per cent reduction in the value of the British pound, the manufacturing sector has failed to become the same catalyst this time around. Figures seem to confirm this with the sector 8 per cent below its pre-recession peak. To make matters worse, the North Sea - which can act as a compensator for manufacturing - is running dry with oil and gas extractions down by a staggering 41 per cent from this time four years ago. With the manufacturing area struggling, it could be down to other industry sectors to help Britain come out of the recession.

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RASTO - The cost-effective and versatile formwork system

All of the panels belonging to this system are so light and handy that they can be comfortably handled and fitted by a maximum of two people. And they come with many labour-saving features: Strengths of the system: - Low weight - No need for a crane - Easy handling - Strong joints - Heavy duty design - High concrete pressures - Many practical details Strong enough for lifting by crane Every single panel of this system is designed for heavy-duty construction site conditions. They are made of hot-dip galvanized steel, with a 5 kg facing in the case of the 75cm wide panel. A hard-wearing material which, in the unlikely even of damage, can also be repaired on the spot. Thanks to its 12cm thick frame and tough profiles and corner reinforcements, the design has sufficient inherent rigidity to cope with concrete pressures of 60 kN/m2. The panel joint with the RASTO clamp is so firm that large-area multi-panel units can be moved by crane without additional stiffening. The shutter surface is given optimum protection by the all-round steel frame and plastic plugs for the tie holes. The handling of panels weighing a maximum of 60kg is made additionally easier by their symmetrical design and cross profiles with grip holes.

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Why We Use Scaffolding In The Construction Industry

During the construction and repair of buildings, scaffolding is used to support workers and machinery. They are a safe way for materials and people to move along the building and work, especially when it comes to tall buildings.

In the beginning, scaffolding was made of bamboo or wood. Now they are made of metal pipes or hoses and are much sturdier. The most commonly used metals are aluminium and steel. Of the two, aluminium is the superior choice as it can be stored easily and used outside without worry of rust and comes with a lifetime guarantee. If the use of the scaffolding is to do electric work, aluminium or steel or any metal pipes will conduct electricity, so fibre glass frames should be used. Some come inclusive with platforms. They are usually quite complex structures and need a structural engineer to set it up and have it constructed. If needed, scaffolding may be linked to the building in places. But scaffolding is not restricted to base plates as they may be used without them on other hard surfaces and structures like concrete. A scaffold tower is self-supporting and does not need to lean against a wall or a building eliminating the risk of slipping. They are not, however, used independently. Initially, scaffolding used to be quite unstable as it was constructed to support workers for a building. However, it has developed into an industry of its own as there is a growing market for it. Now that there is a more professionalism when it comes to scaffolding, there is more sophistication and safety. There are various different models to suit different application needs. There are also regulations regarding scaffolding so that a certain rather strict standard is met (concerning quality of materials used and safety regulations) especially in the UK and Europe. Details to watch out for No matter what material the scaffolding is made of, make sure it conforms to the BS EN1004 standard, or, if it's being bought elsewhere, an equivalent rating. It's always better to get scaffolding with attached platforms that have non-slip texture and give the feet a good grip. Some companies offer frame platforms that are attached with a crimping method. This can come loose over time and become risky to use. Ensure that you get the platforms have double welded joints. These are much more reliable. Depending on your need, make sure the scaffolding is sufficiently thick and able to bear the weight of the workers and materials involved.